The sample statistic, such as , s, or , that provides the point estimate of the population parameter is known as a
A) point estimator.
B) parameter.
C) population parameter.
D) population statistic.

Question

The sample statistic, such as  , s, or  , that provides the point estimate of the population parameter is known as a
A) point estimator. 
B) parameter. 
C) population parameter. 
D) population statistic.

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A point estimator is a specific value calculated from a sample that is used to estimate an unknown population parameter. The given sample statistic, such as 11eb12ba_eac0_7350_94c2_ad5cc0f969aa_TB6982_11 or 11eb12ba_eac0_7351_94c2_333426c983bc_TB6982_11, is an example of a point estimator as it provides an estimate of the population parameter based on the sample data. Option B, C, and D are not correct as parameter refers to the actual population value, population parameter refers to the characteristics of the population being studied, and population statistic is an unknown characteristic of the population.

The Sample Statistic, Such as , S, or